Which Luxury Sports Car Drives Way Faster Than A Small Plane?

The world of sports cars is changing — and the era of electric vehicles is upon us. Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 N is an electric sports car with up to 641 horsepower. Laden with features like the ability to adjust to different road conditions, acoustic feedback and powertrain sounds, and a simulated 8-speed N Dual Clutch Transmission, Hyundai has shared that the IONIQ 5 N is the fastest car the company has ever made, even considering both electric and gas vehicles. Still, at a max speed of 163 miles per hour, the IONIQ 5 N does not even come close to some of the fastest sports cars in the world. And it definitely couldn’t, like some cars, outrun a small plane (which can usually fly at up to 180 mils per hour). So if you’re looking for speed, the IONIQ 5 N can hang — but if you’re looking for intense speed? Look elsewhere. (Here are two EV stocks to buy and one to sell.)

Many sports car drivers love the thrill of ripping down the roadway in a gorgeous vehicle. But if they’re looking to get their hands on the fastest car imaginable, where should they look? To find the speediest sports cars, 24/7 Wall St. took data from the online automotive news publication, Top Speed, ranking the Fastest Cars In the World based on their record-high speeds. We have added supplemental information from TopSpeed on details such as price, horsepower, type of engine, and zero-to-60 miles per hour acceleration time. You’ll find familiar favorites on the list. However, you’ll also find some powerful lesser-known brands made the cut as well. Just don’t expect to see major brands, such as Ford or Dodge. These fastest sports cars are expensive, boutique brands, with most costing in the millions of dollars. Unsurprisingly, it takes a great deal of engineering and technology to design cars this powerful, and they aren’t for the average car buyer. 

Why We’re Writing About the World’s Fastest Cars

It wasn’t very long ago that people believed achieving a speed of 300 miles per hour was impossible. Today, the fastest car has surpassed that. The automotive industry continues to transform at a rapid pace, with each brand trying to outdo the others. Additionally, the global sports car market is big business, with revenues in the billions. And finally, autophiles who are fascinated with the latest innovations must keep up with the changing landscape. 

Take a look at the fastest cars in the world:

27. B Engineering Edonis

Edonis (CC BY-SA 4.0) by Antonioventisette

• Top speed: 227 mph
• Engine: 3.8-liter twin-turbo V-12
• Horsepower: 671
• 0-60 mph: 2.9 seconds
• Price: $580,000

26. Bugatti EB110 SS Dauer Lightweight

1995 Bugatti EB110SS in Blu Bugatti (CC BY-SA 3.0) by Mr.choppers

• Top speed: 230 mph
• Engine: 3.5-liter quad-turbo V-12
• Horsepower: 705
• 0-60 mph: 3.14 seconds
• Price: $1.15 million

25. Mercedes CLK GTR Super Sport

Paris - Bonhams 2016 (CC BY-SA 4.0) by Thesupermat

• Top speed: 232 mph
• Engine: 7.3-liter V-12
• Horsepower: 711
• 0-60 mph: 2.9 seconds
• Price: $1.5 million

24. Pagani Huayra R

Pagani, GIMS 2019, Le Grand-Saconnex (CC BY-SA 4.0) by Matti Blume

• Top speed: 238 mph
• Engine: 6.0-liter V-12
• Horsepower: 850
• 0-60 mph: 2.8 seconds
• Price: $2.9 million

23. McLaren F1

McLaren F1 (1995) (CC BY 2.0) by Charles

• Top speed: 241 mph
• Engine: 6.1-liter V-12
• Horsepower: 618
• 0-60 mph: 3.2 seconds
• Price: $20.5 million

22. Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo (CC BY 2.0) by Schen Photography

• Top speed: 248 mph
• Engine: 7.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 750
• 0-60 mph: 2.7 seconds
• Price: $555,000

21. Aspark Owl

Aspark Owl (CC BY 2.0) by Rutger van der Maar

• Top speed: 249 mph
• Engine: Four permanent magnet synchronous motors
• Horsepower: 2,012
• 0-60 mph: 1.69 seconds
• Price: $2.8 million

20. Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro

Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro ... (CC BY 2.0) by Charles

• Top speed: 250 mph
• Engine: 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V-12
• Horsepower: 1,000
• 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
• Price: $4.2 million

19. McLaren Speedtail

McLaren Speedtail (2020) (CC BY 2.0) by Charles

• Top speed: 250 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 4.0-liter V-8 hybrid
• Horsepower: 1,035
• 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
• Price: $2.2 million

18. Bugatti Veyron

• Top speed: 254 mph
• Engine: Quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W-16
• Horsepower: 987
• 0-60 mph: 2.8 seconds
• Price: $1.7 million

17. Koenigsegg Regera

• Top speed: 255 mph
• Engine: 5.9-liter V-8 twin-turbocharged + three electric motors
• Horsepower: 1,500
• 0-60 mph: 2.8 seconds
• Price: $1.9 million

16. SSC Ultimate Aero

• Top speed: 256 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 6.3-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,183
• 0-60 mph: 2.7 seconds
• Price: $600,000

15. Rimac Nevera

Rimac Nevera (CC BY-SA 4.0) by MrWalkr

• Top speed: 258 mph
• Engine: Four electric motors
• Horsepower: 1,914
• 0-60 mph: 1.85 seconds
• Price: $2 million

14. Koenigsegg Agera R

Koenigsegg Agera R (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Alexandre Prevot

• Top speed: 260 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 5.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,124
• 0-60 mph: 2.7 seconds
• Price: $2 million

13. Bugatti Chiron

Bugatti Chiron (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Alexandre Prevot

• Top speed: 261 mph
• Engine: Quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W-16
• Horsepower: 1,479
• 0-60 mph: 2.6 seconds
• Price: $3 million

12. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Spor... (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Alexandre Prevot

• Top speed: 268 mph
• Engine: Quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W-16
• Horsepower: 1,184
• 0-60 mph: 2.6 seconds
• Price: $2.7 million

11. Hennessey Venom GT

Hennessey Venom GT (CC BY 2.0) by el_ave

• Top speed: 270 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 7.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,244
• 0-60 mph: 2.7 seconds
• Price: $1.2 million

10. Koenigsegg One:1

• Top speed: 273 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 5.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,341
• 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
• Price: $2.85 million

9. Koenigsegg Agera RS

• Top speed: 278 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo, 5.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,341
• 0-60 mph: 2.6 seconds
• Price: $2.5 million

8. Czinger 21C

• Top speed: 281 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo 2.9-liter flat plane V-8 + three electric motors
• Horsepower: 1,250
• 0-60 mph: 1.9 seconds
• Price: $2 million

7. SSC Tuatara

Shelby SSC 2012 Next Generatio... (CC BY-SA 2.0) by J.Smith831

• Top speed: 295 mph
• Engine: 5.9-liter flat-plane crank V-8
• Horsepower: 1,750
• 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
• Price: $1.6 million

6. Koenigsegg CC850

Koenigsegg CC850 (CC BY-SA 2.0) by Andrew Basterfield

• Top speed: 300 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo 5.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,385
• 0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
• Price: $3.65 million

5. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+

• Top speed: 304 mph
• Engine: Quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W-16
• Horsepower: 1,578
• 0-60 mph: 2.6 seconds
• Price: $3.8 million

4. SP Automotive Chaos

• Top speed: 310 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-10
• Horsepower: 3,065
• 0-60 mph: 1.8 seconds
• Price: $14.4 million

3. Bugatti Bolide

• Top speed: 311 mph
• Engine: Quad-turbo, 8.0-liter W-16
• Horsepower: 1,825
• 0-60 mph: 2.2 seconds
• Price: $4.3 million

2. Hennessey Venom F5

• Top speed: 311 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo 6.6-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,817
• 0-60 mph: 3 seconds
• Price: $2.1 million

1. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut

• Top speed: 330 mph
• Engine: Twin-turbo 5.0-liter V-8
• Horsepower: 1,600
• 0-60 mph: Unknown
• Price: $2.8 million